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[Treatment] Cycle setting of bi-level vs. the exhalation rate vs. palatal prolapse
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Cycle setting of bi-level vs. the exhalation rate vs. palatal prolapse
Does cycle setting affect the exhalation flow rate at the early exhalation stage? 

This question concerns mitigating palatal prolapse (PP) by reducing exhalation flow rates. High PS or EPR can worsen PP because the induced high exhalation rate can flip the soft palate into a closed position. 

I was wondering if the role of the Cycle setting affects the initial exhalation rate, i.e., the exhalation flow rate that develops during the very first period of the exhalation cycle. In other words, is there an optimum cycle setting from the perspective of PP?

So far, I have used the cycle sitting to achieve better inhalation/ exhalation time ratios. 

I know that v-com might be an avenue too. But it has mixed reviews so far.
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